Buying Assistant – Beers, Wines and Spirits

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Beers, Wines and Spirits department for an experienced Buyer. Our buying teams – if it’s possible – have to move even quicker than the rest of the business. And they have to keep ahead of our customers too: second-guessing what they want and need before they do. You’ll get involved in every aspect of the buying lifecycle, from putting together tender documents and crunching numbers, to preparing samples and reviewing market data. The proposals start with you.

We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we’re doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we’re opening new stores at lightning speed. And to keep on top of that wave, our buying teams have to do something pretty special to keep our customers coming back for more.

Your New Role

Work with Buying Director/Buying Manager and the supply base on new product development, product launches and ongoing product supply
Have full and thorough knowledge of products and suppliers
Manage the efficient and accurate flow of professional communication both internally and externally
Actively manage your area of responsibility, driving change and innovation
Ensure that all manual and computerised bulletin procedures and files are accurate and up to date at all times, including CBIS and Point of Sale information
Manage all due diligence, advertising, and related issues for new products/specials from the point of order placement to bulletin issue
Understand complex POS/financial data from various sources and be able to analyse this on Excel
Carry out general administration, word processing, data entry and filing
Contribute positively and constructively to the Buying Team

About You

Essential:

Previous Buying experience
Contributes positively and constructively to the Buying Team
Experience of fast moving, complex buying categories
Excellent organisational skills & attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
Ability to digest market data and use to make informed decisions on category direction
Ability to work under pressure, priorities multiple tasks and ensure deadlines are met
Pro-active, self-motivated individual with an ability to work independently and within a team
Confident communicator with individuals on all levels, with strong interpersonal skills for relationship building & networking
Ability to complete complex wine sampling and provide accurate, detailed feedback
Understanding of, and interest in Wine Category

Desirable:

WSET or equivalent alcohol qualification in Wine

What you’ll get in return

Starting salary of £36,625 rising to £42,770
Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4.30pm, with the opportunity of remote working up to 2 days per week
5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
In office flexi-time
Full training provided
Pension scheme
Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
Company sick pay scheme
Company maternity, paternity and adoption pay after 1 year
Long service rewards
Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs
Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)

* You’ll need to live within 90 minutes of your main working location

Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.

If you’re looking for a career that gives you more, apply today!

*Please be aware that this role does not fulfil the requirements for visa sponsorship